What is Gusset Plate? A gusset plate is a thin plate that is used to affix structural members to others or connect beams and girders to columns, which is fastened to a permanent member, either by bolts, rivets, welding, or a combination of the three. They are used in structures, buildings, and bridges. It helps … Read more
The locknut is also known as a self-locking nut which prevents the loosening action of the nut under high torque and vibration. During the process, some portion of the lock nuts get elastically deforms and gives locking action. Why use Locknut? Fastening of any equipment takes place with the help of a nut, bolt, and … Read more
What is Burnishing? Burnishing is the process of flattening the surface of the workpiece plastically by using a smooth but hard tool that is rubbed on the surface of the workpiece by applying a certain amount of pressure. This pressure exceeds the yield strength of the material to undergo plastic deformation. Burnishing makes the surface … Read more
What is Polishing? Polishing is the process of creating smooth and shiny surfaces by rubbing them with a polishing wheel or using a chemical treatment, leaving a clean surface with a significant specular reflection. The polishing process is to remove scratches, pits, marks, and other defects on the metal surface. In some cases, such as … Read more
Dowel pins are short solid cylindrical rods used as a fastener to join and locate two or more parts, shafts, hinges, jigs, and fixtures of the machine tool. During the joining of the parts, a dowel pin is inserted through the concentric hole of both parts. Transition and slight interference fit help to press dowel … Read more
What is a shaft key? The shaft key is a machined element used for connecting the transmission shaft to rotating parts like gear. The function of the key and keyway is to prevent relative motion between shaft and hub. It helps to transmit torque. The shaft key can fix, only if the shaft has a … Read more
What are spring clips? Spring clips are the type of clips used for holding cylindrical objects. The process of attaching, detaching, and holding is done by simply pushing and pulling out the spring clip in the hole. Spring clips are also called Terry clips. It is one of the famous clips due to various advantages. … Read more
What is an E-Clip? E-clip is an open-ended retaining ring fixed into the grooves of the circular part, and its purpose is to restrict the loosening of the part due to the high rotational motion. These are suitable for rotary assemblies. It is also known as a C-clip or snap ring. Three prongs make contact … Read more